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Solution 27690: Calculating Logs Using A TI-Nspire™ Family Product.

How do I calculate a log using a TI-Nspire family product?

To enter a logarithm function using a TI-Nspire family product, you may either type the function directly into the unit or go through the catalog to use the function.

Example 1: Compute log(100).

1) Press [home].
2) Press [ctrl] [+page].
3) Press 1: Add Calculator to add a new calculator page.
4) Press the [catalog] (the key with a book printed on it).
5) Scroll to log(



6) Press [enter].

Please Note: You can also type the function "log(" into your unit using your keypad.

7) Input the number 100 and press [enter].



Example 2: Compute the log base 100 of 2.

1) Press [home].
2) Press [ctrl] [+page].
3) Press 1: Add Calculator to add a new calculator page.
4) Press [ctrl] [log].



5) In the first dotted box that appears, type in the number 100.
6) In the second dotted box, type in the number 2, and then press [enter].



Please see the TI-Nspire CXTI-Nspire CX CASTI-Nspire and TI-Nspire CAS guidebooks for additional information.